Tools of
the Trade
It is a little known fact that historic window restoration requires specialty knowledge, skill, and yes – tools!
This is our curated list of industry tools that are a must if you plan to get into the business or restore your own windows.
Austin's Pure Whiting
From the Seller:
Our whiting is so pure…”How pure is it?”
It’s 100% pure! When angels flap their wings, we collect the dust and bottle it just for our customers. It’s so good Tinker Bell wishes she had this stuff.
Seriously though, Austin’s 100% Pure Whiting is what you need for cleaning oils from glass after glazing and mixing with paints and putties to increase workability and coverage.
Dust the finished glazing putty with a little whiting and using an old paint brush. Brush it all over the glass to clean the oil residue off. Blow off the remaining whiting and let the putty cure.
Contains 2 lbs | Re-sealable jar
IR Paint Stripper
With a hardened plastic housing that keeps it cool, and a tough ceramic plate it is a workhorse that can take a beating. No more fragile IR bulbs to worry about! This tool can be carried in your tool bag without worry.
With 500W of IR power it delivers enough heat to strip up to a dozen layers paint to bare wood in about 10 seconds, but is gentle enough to be used near glass without worries of broken glass from overheating. The power level also helps prevent burning of the wood.
Comes with a collapsable handle for easier transporting and a convenient on/off switch. This is THE perfect entry level infrared tool at a revolutionary price! It works to remove varnish and polyurethane or other clear finishes as well, but doesn’t remove stain since that is a part of the wood.
Automatic Center Punch
5 inch Brass Spring Loaded Center Hole Punch with Adjustable Tension
Picture having an automatic hand punch tool with a spring loaded mechanism that actually works and makes a solid mark in wood, metal, steel, aluminum, brass, copper and more. This Forge Industrial Brass Center Punch gives your drill a start point and makes it easier for you so it doesn’t slip in tight spots. Don’t let your drill walk again!
HIGH QUALITY! HEAVY AND WELL MACHINED: Our automatic center punch is made of a well machined brass body and has a deeply knurled surface which means that it will not slip and offer more precise handling and control. Each metal hardened and chrome plated tip lasts for hundreds of strikes so you can get the job done!
With 500W of IR power it delivers enough heat to strip up to a dozen layers paint to bare wood in about 10 seconds, but is gentle enough to be used near glass without worries of broken glass from overheating. The power level also helps prevent burning of the wood.
Comes with a collapsable handle for easier transporting and a convenient on/off switch. This is THE perfect entry level infrared tool at a revolutionary price! It works to remove varnish and polyurethane or other clear finishes as well, but doesn’t remove stain since that is a part of the wood.
Nylon Core Sash Cord
1,000 lb Capacity, 100 ft, 1/4 inch dia, Cotton, White
FORGED STEEL HEAD – Engineered for maximum strength and durability for a lifetime of hard work.
MAGNETIC TACK STARTER – Polished, magnetic, smooth face to hold and set tacks for one handed, fast, accurate & convenient nailing
TRIPLE WEDGE CONSTRUCTION – The Estwing tack hammer offers increased stability and improved striking power due to the design fastening the hammer head to hickory handle.
GENUINE HICKORY HANDLE – Creating a lightweight feel that fits the grip of the user’s hand, ensuring comfort & control.
THE FINEST STRIKING TOOLS SINCE 1923 – With durability, functionality and longevity at its core, Estwing has been and engineering the world’s most trusted striking tools since for nearly 100 yearsHIGH QUALITY! HEAVY AND WELL MACHINED: Our automatic center punch is made of a well machined brass body and has a deeply knurled surface which means that it will not slip and offer more precise handling and control. Each metal hardened and chrome plated tip lasts for hundreds of strikes so you can get the job done!
With 500W of IR power it delivers enough heat to strip up to a dozen layers paint to bare wood in about 10 seconds, but is gentle enough to be used near glass without worries of broken glass from overheating. The power level also helps prevent burning of the wood.
Comes with a collapsable handle for easier transporting and a convenient on/off switch. This is THE perfect entry level infrared tool at a revolutionary price! It works to remove varnish and polyurethane or other clear finishes as well, but doesn’t remove stain since that is a part of the wood.
Stainless Steel Flat Head Sheet Metal Screws
Phillips Drive Wood Screws, 304 Stainless Steel 18-8, Self Tapping Screws
Type：100 PCS #8 x 3/4″ Flat Head Sheet Metal Screws or Wood Screws
Thread Size: #8; Screw Length: 3/4 inch or 19mm (including the height of the head)
Point Style: Self-Tapping;
Special Use For Product: Wood or Sheet Metal
Made of Stainless steel 304 （No coating outside) which is superior to regular steel and zinc plated fasteners, provides good strength and corrosion resistance in bad environments.
Driver System: Phillips Drive #2
ProsSraper with Reversible Blade
ProScraper is the ultimate in dust-free paint removal! A hollow body, ergonomic, carbide tipped scraper that easily attaches to most standard shop vacs. Attach it to a HEPA vacuum and you have an approved method of dry scraping under the EPA RRP guidelines. Easy and comfortable to use the ProScraper is rugged enough to stand up to heavy use for years.
ESTWING Sure Strike Tack Hammer
5 oz Forged Steel Head with Magnetic Face & Hickory Wood Handle - MRWT
FORGED STEEL HEAD – Engineered for maximum strength and durability for a lifetime of hard work.
MAGNETIC TACK STARTER – Polished, magnetic, smooth face to hold and set tacks for one handed, fast, accurate & convenient nailing
TRIPLE WEDGE CONSTRUCTION – The Estwing tack hammer offers increased stability and improved striking power due to the design fastening the hammer head to hickory handle.
GENUINE HICKORY HANDLE – Creating a lightweight feel that fits the grip of the user’s hand, ensuring comfort & control.
THE FINEST STRIKING TOOLS SINCE 1923 – With durability, functionality and longevity at its core, Estwing has been and engineering the world’s most trusted striking tools since for nearly 100 years
Amoolo 1/16 Twist Drill Bit Set
10Pcs Titanium HSS Hex Shank Impact Drill Bit Set for Metal, Steel, Wood, Plastic, Quick Change Design
Wide Applications – compatible with power screwdrivers, impact drivers, and other tools that accept 1/4″ hex shanks, allowing for quick changing between multiple drill bits and screwdriver bits with just one power tool;
Upgraded Structure – press in pin connection makes the bit and hex shank an integrated structure to prevent break off during drilling, greatly reduced the risk of drill bit snapped off from the hex drive;
Eliminates Wobbling & Chatter – the final straighten process is added. which keep the bit in a straight line during rotation and reduce chatter;
Designed Bladepoint – these bits with a 135° split point keep centered without a pilot hole, full-ground body drill faster with fewer defects. excellent chip removal and heat removal;
What you Get – 10Pcs 1/16″ Hex Drill Bits, Diameter:1/16”(1.58mm) Metal Drill Bits. Come with a portable plastic case for easy select, storage and carry.
Chisel with Roller
Keeping the position of a chisel stable while removing window putty is difficult. Gouging fragile wood and chipping glass are common. Our Speedheater™ Chisel with Roller fixes these problems. The position of the special roller in our chisel controls the depth of the blade. The roller moves the chisel forward smoothly along the thin wood muntin. Speedheater™-softened putty cuts away like butter with our Chisel with Roller.
Hyde 45200 Window Opener
Saw out paint between frame and sash on painted stuck windows. Stainless steel sawtooth blade. Tubular metal handle. Plastic hand grip.
Brand: Hyde
Blade Material: Stainless Steel
Power Source: Corded Electric
About this item:
Package Dimensions: 2.5 cms (L) x 10.2 cms (W) x 27.9 cms (H)
Product Type: Tools
Package Quantity: 1
Country of Origin: United States
DEWALT DWA4203-3 Oscillating Wood with Nails Blade (3 Pack)
DEWALT oscillating tool blade features UNIVERSAL FITMENT for use on all major brands (no adapter required)<br>
DEWALT oscillating tool accessory is ideal for cutting applications
Made for cutting wood with nails.
Manufacturer DEWALT
Part Number DWA4203-3
Item Weight 1.28 ounces
Product Dimensions 1 x 6 x 4 inches
Country of Origin USA
Item model number DWA4203-3
Style Industrial
Material Wood
Item Package Quantity 1
Number Of Pieces 3
Measurement System Metric
Included Components Wood Blade 3pk
Batteries Included? No
Batteries Required? No
PIC1-1.5 Picasso Oval Angle Sash Paint Brush, 1-1/2-Inch
Product Description:
Advantage PBT proprietary filament blend for easy paint application and cleaning. Hardline no-drip interior construction and interior design that permanently marries the handle to the ferrule. This means the ferrule will never become loose. It also eliminates the area where paint, cleaners and water collect, creating a no-drip after cleaning benefit.
From the Manufacturer
Advantage PBT proprietary filament blend for easy paint application and cleaning. Hardline no-drip interior construction and interior design that permanently marries the handle to the ferrule. This means the ferrule will never become loose. It also eliminates tje area where paint, cleaners and water collect, creating a no-drip after cleaning benefit.
Complete with handle and blade. Blade made of laser cut hardened Swedish steel.
Item #: 4-0202
Length 9 3/4″
Width 1.5”
Weight 6.6 oz.
Warner Manufacturing Warner Tool 819 Contractor Pack
10/Box = 1 ea, for #803, 804, 10017, 10019, 2 Inch, Multicolor, Count
Contractor Pack, 10/box = 1 ea., for #803, #804, #10017, #10019
We call it the Warner Way. We’re SMARTER, STRONGER AND BETTER at making tools and giving our customers the support they need to be successful.
Our tools are made to last by a skilled team of hard-working men and women who take pride in building quality into every product.
Introducing Warner Tool Products a family owned company – 85th Anniversary in 2012, (Est. 1927). Research Driven Innovation: Pioneered the Soft Grip Putty Knife Handle in 1992, (ProGrip),Originated the color coding of Putty Knife handles to identify the flexibility of the blade. (Patented), Developed Dura Cap TM – more comfortable light weight hammer head, Developed Dura Cap TM – more comfortable light weight hammer head.
WEICHUAN 2PCS Stainless Steel Hive Scraper Tools
Beekeeping Equipment Bee Hive Hand Tool Beekeeper Tool
2PCS Hive Scraper Material: Stainless Steel, Convenient and Sturdy Hive Hand Tool.
The large hooked end is ideal for lifting up frames and the flat end is used to scrape off any excess wax or propolis on the frames and hive walls.
Package include: 2pcs Hive Scraper Tools.
Package Dimensions 10 x 2 x 0.4 inches
Item Weight 0.01 ounces
Manufacturer WEICHUAN ASIN B07THTXXRZ
Item model number: WEICHUAN80000602
CRL Lamson 3/4" Bent Stiff Putty Knife
Material: Steel
Brand: CR Laurence
Handle Material: Wood
Blade Material: Alloy Steel
Product Dimensions: 6″L x 6″W
This CRL Lamson 3/4″ Bent Knife’s stiff steel blade is riveted into the wood handle and held by a heavy-duty support, with a preferred smooth 35 degree radius bend in the blade. The blade width is 3/4″ (19 mm), and the overall length is 7-5/16″ (186 mm).
B600 SERIES SPRING BRONZE
100′ Roll of wide spring bronze used for weatherstripping. Made of special .009” thick high-tempered bronze which assures a permanent spring.
Essential Scrapers Bundle
Speedheater™ scrapers are designed to pull off all the layers of softened paint down to bare wood. The handles are long and ergonomic. Both hands on the handle give deeper and more even, pull strokes. The blades are made of thick, Swedish, spring steel and have beveled edges. Unlike thinner, softer blades, spring steel blades don’t nick or crack when they hit a nail. Their sharp, beveled edges mean fewer strokes to get all the old paint off quickly. The blades of all Speedheater™ Scrapers can be removed and sharpened.
Learn the Craft
of Window Restoration
It’s a little-known fact that old windows were built with fine technique and hidden features that require tremendous knowledge and fine craftsmanship. Plum Alley Windowcraft offers classes for the craftsmen (and women) and the DIYers alike. In this class you will learn:
• Historic Window Anatomy
• Unique tools and materials necessary for window repair
• Step-by-step instructional guidance
